CEEC, Arctech Partner To Launch 400MW Solar Project In Uzbekistan

Global solar tracking company Arctech announced that its SkyWings single-axis solar trackers have enabled the on-schedule grid connection of the first 400 MW phase of China Energy Engineering Group’s (CEEC) 1GW solar project in Uzbekistan. 

The country reportedly utilized 97 percent of its renewable energy potential. Uzbekistan is spearheading an ambitious energy transition strategy to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. As a major partner in Uzbekistan’s infrastructure development with over $8.1 billion in green investments, CEEC’s project ushers in a new era of renewable breakthroughs.

It may be noted that Arctech has completed over 3GW of contracts in Uzbekistan. As per the firm, Arctech’s industry-leading solar trackers are tailored to withstand Uzbekistan’s frequent sandstorms and dry climate; CEEC’s project marks a monumental milestone as the largest solar installation in Central Asia. Once fully operational, the 1GW project will generate 2.4 billion kWh annually, creating 1,600 local jobs.

Attended by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, the grid connection ceremony solidified Uzbekistan’s commitment to accelerating its energy transition and tapping into its vast solar potential with enabling solutions from partners like Arctech.

Having marked its third project completion in Uzbekistan in 2023, Arctech has cemented itself as a long-term partner providing solar tracking and racking system solutions for the country’s pipeline of 3GW in signed contracts.

With Uzbekistan’s economy opening up, Chinese companies like CEEC are playing an increasingly vital role in helping develop its renewable energy capacity.

With abundant solar resources, partnerships like technology transfers and personnel training pave the way to a more sustainable future in the coming decades.

This milestone project symbolizes the deepening collaboration between China and Central Asia in building green infrastructure along the Belt and Road initiative. Chinese enterprises stand ready to contribute experience, technology, and investment to accelerate Uzbekistan’s ambitious energy transition plans.